Redeemed | Justin Williams | Worth of Souls

   

re·demp·tion

noun

1. 
   
2. 1. the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.
3. 
   

   "God's plans for the redemption of his world"

   
   
4. synonyms:saving, freeing from sin, absolution
   

   
   

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Seems like all I could see was the struggle 
Haunted by ghosts that lived in my past 
Bound up in shackles of all my failures 
Wondering how long is this gonna last 
Then You look at this prisoner and say to me “Son, 
Stop fighting a fight it's already been won" 

I am redeemed, You set me free 
So I'll shake off these heavy chains 
Wipe away every stain, now I'm not who I used to be 
I am redeemed, I'm redeemed 

All my life I have been called unworthy 
Named by the voice of my shame and regret 
But when I hear You whisper, "Child lift up your head" 
I remember, oh God, You're not done with me yet 

I am redeemed, You set me free 
So I'll shake off these heavy chains 
Wipe away every stain, now I'm not who I used to be 

Because I don't have to be the old man inside of me 
'Cause his day is long dead and gone 
Because I've got a new name, a new life, I'm not the same 
And a hope that will carry me home 

I am redeemed, You set me free 
So I'll shake off these heavy chains 
Wipe away every stain, 'cause I'm not who I used to be 

I am redeemed, You set me free 
So I'll shake off these heavy chains 
Wipe away every stain, yeah, I'm not who I used to be 
Oh, God, I'm not who I used to be 
Jesus, I'm not who I used to be 
'Cause I am redeemed 
Thank God, redeemed 

We Need to Talk About Suicide!

Today as my memories came on Facebook, I was flooded with pictures of my brother Jason. 1 year ago today he ended his own life. We need to talk about this. #stopsuicide #bethevoice #youmatter#lifeisbeautiful #thereishelp

Suicide is a serious problem in our homes, schools, churches, and communities. It does not spare people of any race, religion, age group, gender, sexual orientation, or marital status. It is a complicated issue that we don’t fully comprehend. There is seldom a single cause or a simple solution. #morehelpformentalillness #breakthestigma#outofthedarkness

Suicide is now the most common cause of death for Utah children between the ages of 10 and 17. Your child is more likely to commit suicide than to drown or die in a car accident or any other way one might lose a child.
Some suggestions:

1. Know the warning signs of depression and suicide. They can be different for males and females. They can be different in adults than in children. They can be small and easy to chalk up to other factors. Talk to your children. Get them help. Get yourself help. #bipolar #depression#suicideawareness #mentalhealthmatters

2. Put the SafeUT app (or a similar app) on your phone and your kids' phones. Kids are unlikely to call a hotline. An app is more approachable to them.

3. Don't have firearms in your home. Yes, I know this is an offensive thought to many. 45% of youth suicides are by firearm and over 54% for adults. Keeping them locked up is a good first step. If you think a determined teenager can't figure out how to access your locked firearms you might want to think again. Could your kid commit suicide by another means? Yes. Youth are naturally impulsive. Impulsiveness + depression/a triggering event + access to firearms = deadly

4. Don't be afraid to say something. Don't be afraid to ask someone if they are thinking of hurting themselves. You won't be giving them the idea. #preventsuicide #mentalhealth #suicide

5. Be kind. To yourself and others.

As for Jason, I know he is at peace and is no longer in pain. I am so grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ in my life, I know I will see him again. #loveoneanother #familiesareforever#tillwemeetagain #LDS #missionarymomma #mybrother #suicideawarnessmonth

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Call 1-800-273-8255
Available 24 hours everyday